Check out the results from previous elections, including manifestos of the candidates.

STARTING OR CONTINUING A CLUB OR SOCIETY

Below are the steps you need to follow if you are interested in starting a new club or society.

Please check the list of clubs or societies on your campus to ensure the one you want to start does not already exist, or is very similar to an existing one. Duplicate groups will not be able to be approved.

To ensure that there is no crossover of activity or if you have any questions about starting up please contact the Clubs and Societies Coordinator at [email protected] or 01372202445.

Fill in and submit the ‘Start a New Club or Society’ Form online. You will need to include a description of your group and aims you wish to achieve. Please include as much detail as you can, as this will impact on whether your proposed club or society gets approved. A club or society is run by a committee of three student leaders in the positions of President, Communications Officer and Welfare Officer who oversee all of the activities and planning. You will need to state who will be taking up these roles so we know who to contact.

The Coordinator will get back to you with an answer to your affiliation request within 10 working days.

If your application is successful, the Coordinator will get in contact with you to arrange a meeting where you will go through all the information about the next steps in starting your club/society such as facilities, memberships, session planning etc.

Should your application be declined, the Coordinator will contact you to explain why this has been the case and work with you to resolve the situation.

ABOUT YOUR CLUB

We’re excited you have chosen to register or re-register with us and by filling in this form you are taking the first steps to becoming an UCASU affiliated club or society. If you need any help filling out the form please contact [email protected] or pop in and see us on any of the campuses!

What is the name of your club/society?*

This is the full name of your club or society, e.g. UCASU Tea & Coffee Society
A CLUB is any student group which involves a physical activity.
A SOCIETY is non-physical. I.e. academic, hobbies, faith, interest, international and support groups.

Are you...?*

Affiliating for the first time

Re-affiliating

What campus are you based at?*

Canterbury

Epsom

Farnham

Rochester

Please choose which campus your activities will be based at.

What will your club or society do?*

Tell us a quick summary of the main purpose of your group.. Detail any facilities, instructors, room bookings etc you would need.

Where did you hear about starting a new club/society?*

Friends/Classmates

Lecturer/Teaching Staff

Students' Union website

Social Media

Posters

Other (please specify)

Other*

COMMITTEE INFORMATION

President

The President is the person with the overall responsibility for the group and its activities. They lead any meetings and delegate tasks between the committee members. They are also the ones in charge of keeping communication between the club/society and the SU and ensure funds are available to carry out current and future activities

Name

FirstLast

Email*

Enter EmailConfirm Email

Phone*

Course*

Communications Officer

The Communications Officer is responsible for all correspondence, making sure members of your group are aware of events and meetings, and minuting meetings. They are also responsible for keeping records of the membership and which groups members have specialist skills. They find out the what's, who's, when's and where's; recording and communicating these so that members know what is going on. They also support event planning and organisation.

Name*

FirstLast

Email*

Phone*

Course*

Welfare Officer

Welfare Officers champion their group being accessible to any student, regardless of their individual needs. They attend specific welfare-related training to fulfil their role and make sure students are having the best time possible. They signpost to relevant services and work with the committee to plan activities, socials and events that consider all members.

Name*

FirstLast

Email*

Phone*

Course*

Captain (If Applicable)

Captains maintain control in pressurized situations and are the model of excellence for their team mates. The Captain must commit to attend as many training session and games. They help select the teams and are responsible for behaviour during matches and training sessions.